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chicken spaghetti

smalltownwoman avatar
Recipe by
Beth Pierce
@smalltownwoman
Ofallon, MO

This flavorful chicken spaghetti combines onions, garlic, rotisserie chicken, tomatoes, and green chilies in a creamy cheddar sauce. It is quick and easy, always enjoyed by the family, and made without canned soup.

yield 6 serving(s)
prep time 20 Min
cook time 20 Min
method Bake

Ingredients For chicken spaghetti

  • 12 oz
    spaghetti noodles
  • 5 Tbsp
    butter, unsalted or salted
  • 1 md
    onion, finely diced
  • 3 clove
    garlic, minced
  • 1/4 c
    all-purpose flour
  • 3 c
    low \-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 c
    shredded cheddar; reserve 1/2 cups for the top
  • 1/2 tsp
    seasoned salt
  • 1/4 tsp
    freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/8 tsp
    ground cayenne pepper
  • 2 1/2 c
    cooked chicken, diced or shredded
  • 1 can
    Rotel tomatoes with green chiles drained (10 oz)

How To Make chicken spaghetti

  • 1
    Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Cook the pasta al dente according to package instructions. Drain the pasta well.
  • 2
    Meanwhile, melt the butter in a large ovenproof skillet over medium heat. Cook the onion until soft, stirring frequently. Reduce the heat to low and add the garlic. Cook for 1 minute while stirring.
  • 3
    Sprinkle the mixture with flour and cook for 2 minutes while stirring several times. Slowly whisk in 2 cups of chicken broth, seasoned salt, black pepper, and ground cayenne pepper.
  • 4
    Sprinkle the mixture with flour and cook for 2 minutes while stirring several times. Slowly whisk in 2 cups of chicken broth, seasoned salt, black pepper, and ground cayenne pepper.
  • 5
    Whisk in 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar until melted. Add the drained spaghetti, cooked diced chicken, and drained Rotel tomatoes.
  • 6
    Whisk in 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar until melted. Add the drained spaghetti, cooked diced chicken, and drained Rotel tomatoes.
  • 7
    Top with the remaining cheddar and bake for 20-25 minutes or until the cheese is melted and the dish is heated. For the best results, enjoy promptly.
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